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Legal Counsel

Catholic Education Commission of Victoria -
Melbourne VIC

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12 days ago

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About Victorian Catholic Education Authority (VCEA)
VCEA is the peak body for Catholic education in Victoria. The former Catholic Education Commission of Victoria (CECV)
was established in 1973 by the Archbishop of Melbourne and the Bishops of the Ballarat, Sale, and Sandhurst dioceses,
it was incorporated in 2006. Following a review of the CECV the renewed peak body VCEA was established in 2023 and
acts as the voice of Catholic education in state and national matters.

VCEA receives and distributes funding from state and federal governments for Catholic schools, provides strategic
leadership and planning, and represents and advocates for Catholic education. It is responsible for sector leadership in
education integrity and governance and has a Memorandum of Understanding to act as a Review Body for Catholic
schools with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA). As a Review Body, VCEA supports, reviews,
and monitors the compliance of Catholic schools with all registration, reporting and other requirements under relevant
laws. VCEA also undertakes initiatives to improve the statewide performance of Catholic schools.

Why work with us
As the peak body for Catholic education in Victoria, VCEA provides employees an opportunity to help shape the future of
Catholic education across the state. VCEA offers flexible working, a central city office location, competitive remuneration
with generous benefits (including tax-advantageous salary sacrifice options), and opportunities for career development
and progression.

These benefits, combined with our commitment to work life balance, make VCEA an employer of choice.

About the role
The Legal Counsel will work across all portfolios to provide expert guidance and advice on all legal matters, including
contract management, complaints resolution, regulation, and litigation on behalf of VCEA. Working closely with the
Company Secretary and executive leadership team, they will play a key role in VCEA's organisational governance and
mitigating legal risks. Additionally, they will also lead engagement with external legal professionals and other legal teams
across the Catholic education system as required.

Position Title Legal Counsel

Reports to Company Secretary

Direct Reports No

Key responsibilities of the role
• Review, draft and provide legal advice on agreements with various stakeholders, including the Department of

Education, curriculum authorities, universities, copyright providers, suppliers and other relevant parties.

Support VCEA in developing sector-based responses to policy initiatives, ensuring compliance and alignment with

legal requirements.

Oversee and coordinate investigations, ensuring thoroughness, fairness, and compliance with legal processes and

requirements.

Provide ad hoc support on complaints and complex reviews, offering legal guidance and expertise, including in

relation to minimum standards and VRQA requirements.

Provide timely and accurate advice to internal stakeholders and external parties on the school regulatory framework

and other compliance and legal requirements across the organisation.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support business objectives and identify legal risks and

opportunities.

Undertake other legal and governance responsibilities as directed

Key selection criteria
• Extensive experience and expertise as Legal Counsel or similar role and understanding of regulatory frameworks.

Strong understanding of policy development processes and the ability to provide legal support in developing sector-

based responses to legislative changes and initiatives.

Demonstrated experience in reviewing and advising on a wide range of agreements and contracts, including those

with government entities, educational institutions, and third-party providers.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels,

including boards, school administrators, government officials, and legal professionals.

Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and the ability to provide clear and practical

legal advice.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, define work priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-

paced environment.

A strong ethical framework, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in decision-

making.

Skills, qualifications, and pre-requisites

Previous A minimum of five years’ post admission experience as a legal practitioner in Australia, in a
Experience/s not-for-profit, corporate, commercial, compliance or regulatory role or similar.

Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualifications in law and current practicing certificate.

Organisational values A commitment to the ethos, values, and mission of Catholic education and to VCEA values of
excellence, promoting the common good, integrity, and equity.

Other requirements An understanding of and commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of children,
requiring that you:

a. Must hold and maintain a current Victorian Working with Children Check or be
eligible to receive same upon joining the organization.

b. Must also undergo and receive a clear National Criminal History Check (NCHC)
upon employment and during your employment with VCEA. All employees are
required not to have been charged with, nor found guilty of any offence which
would be incompatible with employment with VCEA.

Must Hold and maintain a valid Victorian driver’s license, access to a reliable car and be willing
to travel to schools in metropolitan and regional Victoria.

Willingness to take reasonable care for your health and safety in the workplace and for the
health and safety of others who may be affected by what you do or don’t do.

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